Chioma also sits down with Angela Bassett and Ruth E. Carter to discuss their long collaborative relationship and dreaming up the wardrobes for figures like Betty Shabazz, Tina Turner, and Black Panther’s Queen Ramonda.

It’s been six months since 9-1-1 shocked and devastated viewers by unexpectedly killing off the show’s patriarch, 118 Captain Bobby Nash (Peter Krause). Now, fans are fearing for the future of Bobby’s wife, Athena (Angela Bassett).

Though there's probably not much to this, speculation that Damson Idris may be in line to play a new take on T'Challa in the MCU has reignited thanks to a photo of the actor posing with Angela

A night of fashion, culture, and head-turning style that reminded us why Black creativity will forever lead global style conversations.

Another major development may be underway for the future of Wakanda. While Marvel Studios has not made any official casting announcements, Damson Idris’ appearance alongside Black Panther star Angela Bassett at Vogue World: Hollywood has fueled renewed speculation about his potential role as T’Challa.

As 9-1-1 Season 9 continues to unfold, speculation has intensified over Angela Bassetts future on the hit ABC drama, particularly following the tense cliffhanger in Episode 3.

Stark got his fame after playing Evan "Buck" Buckley in 9-1-1. His first professional role was in the 2011 short film Follow. The 2015 AMC drama Into the Badlands made Stark famous as Ryder. He made guest appearances in Underworld: Blood Wars (2016) and Luther, as well as Casualty.

“Shot so fire it looks AI [generated],” wrote someone on X. Of course, the photo is 100 percent real and proof that Black really is beautiful. One viewer thought the gorgeously melanated photo could be a perfect promo for the next installment in the “Black Panther” franchise, with Idris stepping in as the next T’Challa.

If history is defined by those who inspire transformation, then Angela Bassett’s words will endure for generations. She doesn’t just play legendary figures—she has become one.